Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Spirited Away Cottage Dollhouse

I kept the look airy and light. The front siding is ridged textured paper from the scrapbook isle. All the vines are from Hobby Lobby. See my "Resources" page for links.

I had 2 drawers left over and I turned them into planters.

The little porch light fixture is a jewelry end cap.

My sister Melanie has become a bay window expert! She makes this from scratch. Actually all her windows are exquisite.

Both sides have birch clapboard. This side has the battery and switch hidden under the greenery since there is no chimney on this house.

The interior is also very airy. The paper id scrapbook. And there's more clapboard in here.

This blue wallpaper is something I printed off the internet. It's a swatch of a 1:1 wallpaper. Underneath and on the front wall I used a linen fabric from the scrapbook isle at Michael's Craft Store.

The other wall upstairs is plaster. It's aged to perfection by Melanie. This is her favorite thing to do.

More scrapbook paper down here behind the steps. These ladder steps are removable.

I kept all the window coverings white and simple. That way any decor will go.

A mason jar chandelier- you can find these jars in the jewelry making isle.

The interior reminds me of a farmhouse.

My next build is a commissioned trailer. I'm building it from scratch! The first time I made it was in 2010. I had bought a kit because I was just starting out with dollhouses. It was called Gypsy Travel Trailer. But no more kits now!
And I did get that scroll saw. My youngest sister Sophie has joined us and she is mastering this saw. She couldn't stay away when I brought it home. And has decided to be our carpenter. Lucky me! :) Until next time!
hugs♥,

My goodness Caroline, you (and your lovely team) just seem to get better and better. I love the little mason jar lights - inspiration indeed.I just love seeing your posts and your masterpieces. All the best and take careVivian

Hi Deb! I fixed the link. Thanks for telling me. :) The clapboard is actually birch wood. It's the front siding that's cardboard ridges. But You could absolutely accomplish the same look with wide strips of cardboard. hugs♥,Caroline

The mason jar ligthing is genius, as are the ceiling and porch lights. Making those lights working with the tiny wires is quite nerve wracking. I am working a hanging light for the bathrooms nd I am quite frustrated. Congratulations on the saw. I hope it will serve you well

Caroline what a star you are. Your little house is truly amazing and l especially love the mason jar chandy, and couldn't believe when l looked closely that it was lit up as well!! It must be fantastic having both your sister's on board and enjoying the fun. l hope you have a lovely rest of your weekend.

What a cute little house and how lovely that your sisters are able to participate in the construction of it! I think that the bay window is perfect and the mix of wallpapers has your light and signature touch. Love the white curtains which give a fresh and finishing touch This cottage is a wonderful success, Caroline and will make the recipient a Very Happy customer Indeed! :D

Another pretty creation. That's so wonderful that you have sisters and also that they are interested in helping. It's all about family! Yay for the scroll saw. I love my saw but I will b the first to admit that I'm still a bit afraid of it. ; D

I swear each dollhouse you make gets better and better each time! Love how fresh and weathered this one looks, all at the same time, and how you used the corrugated paper as siding. The lighting fixtures, especially the one with the glass bottles, is super neat! Very Pinterest-y. :)